Project Engineer - Utility Systems / Medium Voltage (Mid-Career)

About the role

We are seeking a Project Engineer - Utility Systems to join our team, supporting critical infrastructure projects across the electric power industry. This position is designed for engineers who want to grow into a multi-functional, customer-facing technical leader, gaining broad exposure across power generation, distribution, and transmission.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deliver medium voltage (5-35kV) switchgear solutions by analyzing customer specifications, one-line diagrams, and schematics.
• Own projects end-to-end from technical quotation support through application engineering, manufacturing coordination, and handover.
• Create high-quality engineering documentation including one-lines, protection and control schematics, and Bills of Material, using Siemens engineering tools.
• Partner closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure designs are built right the first time.
• Serve as a trusted technical partner to customers, utilities, EPCs, and internal collaborators.
• Collaborate across engineering, sales, operations, and project teams to deliver integrated switchgear systems and solutions.
• Expand technical scope beyond an initial product into:
• Substations and power plants
• Renewable generation sites (including solar)
• Underground and Overhead power distribution systems
• Contribute to business development efforts, supporting technical strategy, customer engagement, and solution alignment.
• Tackle project management responsibilities as appropriate, helping drive schedule, cost, and execution excellence.
• Mentor junior engineers and support the continuous improvement of tools, standards, and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in electrical power systems, utility substation switchgear, power plant switchgear systems, or medium voltage systems.
• Strong understanding of medium voltage protection and control systems (SCADA, IEC 61850, DNP3 experience a plus).
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and deliver cost-effective, high-quality engineering solutions.
• Experience creating and managing BOMs within ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Meticulous, focused approach with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a desire to continuously expand technical and commercial expertise.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Engineering (Power Systems preferred).
• Experience with Engineering Base (strongly preferred) or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with MV switchgear.
• Exposure to renewables, substations, combined cycle or simple cycle power plants or large-scale utility infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, UL, and NEMA standards.
• Experience using Salesforce or other CRM.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary range of $102,459 - $175,644 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $102,459 - $175,644 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Schedule

This hybrid Project Engineer - Utility Systems position is based in Wendell, NC. Local candidates are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance may be available if eligible.